Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM vs Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD
Both are Sony E mount zooms for portrait and wedding & event — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM | Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50-150mm | 35-100mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM opens wider (f/2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM covers 50-150mm and the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD covers 35-100mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GMSee price on Amazon
Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXDSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM and the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD?
The Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM is 50-150mm f/2 zoom, full-frame; the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is 35-100mm f/2.8 zoom, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM or the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD?
The Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM — its f/2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.8 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM and Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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